This is the beginning of a collection of resources for English as an additional language learners who are interested in studying overseas or taking working holidays, where language learning is an important part of their plans. As websites and other resources come to my attention, listings here will present general information and reflect various geographical regions.
Listings and comments here are for informative purposes only. The content of remote sites listed here is the responsibility of whoever administers those sites. Verification of information that remote sites contain is and will remain the responsibility of resource users and site visitors. Though eventually listings here may include reviews or testimonials from such users or visitors, listings here are neither endorsements nor recommendations of products or services available from those sites. Caveat emptor!
Nevertheless, if you are interested in writing brief reviews or testimonials about websites or other resources listed here, please send proposals to the site administrator. Similarly, if you know of other particularly informative resources or useful sites, please feel free to propose them to the site administrator. Thank you in advance for your cooperation. - ltdproject Nov 4, 2012
"This institution has met the requirements to achieve EQA Designation. EQA is a Government of British Columbia brand for quality for private and public post-secondary education in British Columbia. For more information, please go to: http://www.bceqa.ca" (British Columbia Council for International Education, 2014.11.11).
IPSA consortium affiliate (see: World, below): Victoria
The IPSA site claims: "The English Language School in Victoria, Canada, is affiliated with the following organizations: CLC: Canada Language Council" (ISPA: Home > Canada > Victoria).
That page had no link to the CLC or Canada Language Council. - ltdproject Nov 12, 2014
The location of the the school is obscure; web pages on site, including printable and secure online applications to "English Language School in Victoria" (with no definite article), displayed no street address, contact phone number. or URL for the school. - ltdproject Nov 12, 2014
No "English Language School" was among the nine (9) schools listed in the Languages Canada / Langues Canada Member School Directory of Approved Programs in Victoria, BC. - ltdproject Nov 12, 2014
Claims to be the only such agency in Japan specializing in study abroad programs in Victoria, BC - ltdproject Nov 12, 2014
The U.S
General
Electronic System for Travel Authorization (ESTA)
"All eligible travelers who wish to travel to the U.S. [for 90 or fewer days] under the Visa Waiver Program must apply for authorization[,] and then pay the fee…" (U.S. Department of Homeland Security, Welcome to the..., ¶1, 2013.07.05).
Mentions possibilities for dependents' employment, studies, or travel outside of the U.S.
Moving guide(s)
Vast-Binder, Sheala. (2014). 10 Things You Need to Know: A Practical Guide for Internationals Moving to the U.S. Los Gatos, CA: Sheala Vast-Binder at Smashwords. https://www.smashwords.com/books/view/440046 [overview + download links]
The PUK has renewed a general agreement with MSU to promote student group exchanges, research collaboration, specialized training and internships (2014.04.28).- ltdproject Apr 30, 2014
Please contact the PUK student support division (学生支援課 [gakuseishienka]) for more information.
MSU-B
Montana State University, Billings, MT
The PUK has an on-going relationship with the Billings campus that includes overseas culture and language studies. For example, please see the call(s) for participation below. - ltdproject Apr 30, 2014
Call for participation in the summer-time overseas study program: August 2014
Please contact the PUK student support division (学生支援課 [gakuseishienka]) for more information.
IELPs at the University of Washington accommodate learners with various "levels of English ability", for various lengths of time, and include "special programs oriented toward business, cultural awareness, teaching English as a foreign language, research, and professional and academic groups" (Programs, ¶2, 2015.03.19).
Asia Pacific
Japan
Books
Sower, Craig; & Tsuda, Mitsuko. (1999). Living in Japan (2nd ed.). Brattleboro, VT: Pro Lingua Associates.
Manami T. started this working holiday blog November 30, 2012. The feed below shows the three most recent posts; click through on any of the links here to browse her whole blog.
The Couchsurfing "website connects travelers and locals who meet offline to share cultures, hospitality and adventures – whether on the road or in their hometowns" (About Couchsurfing, ¶1, 2012.12.21).
"HelpX is provided primarily as a cultural exchange for working holiday makers who would like the opportunity during their travels abroad, to stay with local people and gain practical experience" (para. 2, 2012.11.18).
"HelpX not helpex, operates worldwide including in Australia, New Zealand, Canada, and Europe including England, Scotland, Wales, Ireland, France, Germany, Spain, Portugal, Italy, Greece, Finland, Bulgaria and many other European countries" (¶2, 2012.11.18).
"The Hospitality Club is a non-commercial project. We founded it, because we truly believe in the idea that bringing people together and fostering international friendships will increase intercultural understanding and strengthen peace" (About us : Important points about the HC, ¶1, 2012.12.21).
World-Wide Opportunities on Organic Farms (WWOOF)
"WWOOF is an exchange - In return for volunteer help, WWOOF hosts offer food, accommodation and opportunities to learn about organic lifestyles" (home page, What is WWOOF, ¶2, 2012.12.21).
Study Abroad
Table of Contents
Listings and comments here are for informative purposes only. The content of remote sites listed here is the responsibility of whoever administers those sites. Verification of information that remote sites contain is and will remain the responsibility of resource users and site visitors. Though eventually listings here may include reviews or testimonials from such users or visitors, listings here are neither endorsements nor recommendations of products or services available from those sites. Caveat emptor!
Nevertheless, if you are interested in writing brief reviews or testimonials about websites or other resources listed here, please send proposals to the site administrator. Similarly, if you know of other particularly informative resources or useful sites, please feel free to propose them to the site administrator. Thank you in advance for your cooperation. -
General information
Intercultural communicative competence (ICC)
International Student Identity Card (ISIC)
Language Learner Development Blog: Study Abroad category
Tips for First-Time and Other Flyers
North America (NA)
Canada
Government sites: National
Government sites: Provincial
Other sites
British Columbia (BC)
Victoria, BC
The U.S
General
Electronic System for Travel Authorization (ESTA)
Immigration service guide(s)
Moving guide(s)
Succeeding in college
State by state
Montana (MT)
Maps
MSU
MSU-B
New Jersey (NJ)
Virginia (VA)
Washington (WA)
Asia Pacific
Japan
Books
The Philippines
Oceania
Australia
Government sites
Other sites
Working holiday blogs
New Zealand
World
References
Tag Cloud
Created: Nov 4, 2012 4:33 pm
Last revised by ltdproject on Aug 18, 2015 11:28 pm